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Charges laid over BMX club arson
Source: New Zealand Police Police investigating an arson that destroyed over $50,000 worth of property at a Rānui sports club last year have made an arrest. Detective Senior Sergeant Ryan...
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Young Vintner recognition supports next step for EIT wine student
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 40 seconds ago EIT Bachelor of Viticulture and Wine Science student Ngaun Siau is preparing for a vintage placement at Craggy Range and an associate...
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Lifelong connection to te reo Māori leads EIT graduate into the classroom
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 4 days ago Jo-Anna Tahuri grew up speaking te reo Māori, but her studies at EIT’s Te Whatukura helped deepen her understanding of the language...
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Fatal crash: Glen Eden, Auckland
Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Glen Eden last night. The two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Hepburn and Great North...
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National population estimates: At 31 December 2025 – Stats NZ information release
Source: Statistics New Zealand National population estimates: At 31 December 2025 – information release 16 February 2026 National population estimates give the best available measure of the population, by age and...
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Electronic card transactions: January 2026 – Stats NZ information release
Source: Statistics New Zealand Electronic card transactions: January 2026 – information release 16 February 2026 The electronic card transactions (ECT) series cover debit, credit, and charge card transactions with New Zealand-based...
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“The Olympics of Astrophysics and Space Science” APRIM2026 Makes Hong Kong Debut
Source: Media Outreach Gathering Global Experts Delivering Insights from the forefront of Space Science and Sustainability HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 February 2026 – In a...
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All eyes on delivery: Value for Money Committee opens for 2026
Source: Auckland Council Savings and service reviews led the agenda as the Value for Money Committee’s first 2026 meeting echoed its always-on focus for increased efficiency. At Thursday’s committee, chair...
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Sewage spill stinks of double standards – Federated Farmers dairy chair
Source: Federated Farmers By Karl Dean, Federated Farmers dairy chair This month Wellington’s Moa Point wastewater treatment plant failed catastrophically, sending an estimated 70 million litres of untreated sewage straight into...
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Ushering in a Year of Prosperity: Celebrating Thailand’s Chinese New Year Festival Siam Paragon Joins Forces with TAT and Kasikornbank to Launch “Siam Paragon A Prosperous Chinese New Year 2026”
Source: Media Outreach Showcasing Spectacular Entertainment and Chinese Cultural Performances, Featuring Renowned Chinese Artist “Zhu Zhengting” to Bless the People of Thailand in the Heart of the City BANGKOK, THAILAND...
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Recidivist thieves wind up in custody
Source: New Zealand Police A pair of thieves allegedly responsible for helping themselves to more than $40,000 worth of goods from various stores across Auckland and the Bay of Plenty...
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Universities – What New Zealand can learn from Japan on earthquake insurance – UoA
Source: University of Auckland – UoA Rohan Havelock is investigating how New Zealand’s earthquake insurance stacks up against Japan’s Shortly after Associate Professor Rohan Havelock arrived in Japan to study...
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Independent review into Moa Point failures
Source: New Zealand Government A Crown Review Team will conduct an independent review into Wellington Water’s Moa Point sewage plant failure, Local Government Minister Simon Watts says. “The failure of...
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Northland News – Hapū-led biosecurity response framework sets new standard for community action
Source: Northland Regional Council After tonnes of the invasive seaweed exotic caulerpa washed up on Bay of Islands beaches last year, one call on the ‘kumara vine’ was all it took...
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Storm News – Multi-day Severe Weather Event Continues – MetService
Source: MetService Covering period of Monday 16th – Tuesday 17th of February Heavy Rain Warnings and Strong Wind Warnings continue for the central and southern North Island and eastern South...
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Storm News – ASB activates support for customers affected by severe weather
Source: ASB With severe weather affecting regions across North Island, ASB is offering support options for customers who are impacted by the weather and worried about finances. Targeted support...
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First kākāpō chick in four years hatches on Valentine’s Day
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 16 February 2026 Kākāpō Yasmine hatched an egg fostered from kākāpō Tīwhiri on Valentine’s Day, bringing the total number of kākāpō to 237 – though...
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Storm News – Firefighters respond to over 800 calls for assistance
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Firefighters are continuing to respond to calls for assistance from people affected by the storm moving across the country. Between 6pm last night and 8am...
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The ultimate super-mum: Ruahine the kōkako defies age in the Hūnua Ranges
Source: Auckland Council In human years she wouldn’t quite qualify for a Gold Card but in kōkako years, Ruahine is a living legend. At around 21 years of age, Ruahine...
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Universities – Yili-Lincoln University research collaboration informs global health policy
Source: Yili Riddet Institute Fellow Laureate Paul Moughan has led a research collaboration with Yili’s Innovation Centre in New Zealand which will help shape World Health Organisation policy on infant...
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Environment – Mine e-waste for gold, not beautiful landscapes – Zero Waste
Source: Zero Waste Aotearoa As a fast-track consent is sought for a major gold mine in Central Otago and another has already been granted in Coromandel, Zero Waste Aotearoa is...
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Lee Kum Kee Sauce Serves as Platinum Sponsor of the 2026 Chinese New Year Festival & Market Day
Source: Media Outreach AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 February 2026 – Lee Kum Kee Sauce (“Lee Kum Kee”), the global leader of Asian sauces and condiments,...
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Minister to attend AI Impact Summit in India
Source: New Zealand Government Science, Innovation and Technology and Universities Minister Dr Shane Reti will visit India this week to attend the flagship artificial intelligence (AI) Impact Summit, strengthening international...
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Onehunga shooting: Police seize firearm in ongoing investigation
Source: New Zealand Police Police are continuing to make progress in investigating a shooting in Onehunga last month. The Auckland City Organised Crime Unit has been investigating the incident on...
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More gigs, more goals, more growth: Eden Park planning restrictions eased
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is building Eden Park’s future as a major events venue, making significant changes to local planning rules that have been holding Eden Park back...
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State of Origin heads to New Zealand
Source: New Zealand Government In an historic moment, New Zealand will host its first-ever State of Origin match next year at Eden Park, a major event expected to draw thousands...
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Science and Ethics – New animal-free alternative flies to NZ today replacing blood from unborn calves
Source: Beyond Animal Research For the first time in New Zealand, a new animal-free alternative to Foetal Bovine Serum (FBS) is being imported today by a charity, and will be trialled...